Senior Materials Scientist
About The Position
Battelle is seeking a Senior Materials Scientist to support its Metallic Material Properties Development and Standardization (MMPDS) Program. This full-time remote opportunity focuses on generating and analyzing material allowables data for conventional and process-intensive metal alloys used in aerospace. The role works with a cross-disciplinary team to analyze and interpret metal mechanical properties data according to MMPDS guidelines for the MMPDS Handbook, and supports other programs requiring similar expertise. The selected candidate will contribute to bi-annual MMPDS General Coordination Committee meetings, proposal and business development efforts, and the mentoring and training of junior staff. The position also supports client projects, technical conferences, scientific and industry committees, internal research, and Battelle-sponsored conferences.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or higher in Materials Science, Engineering, or a relevant technical field.
- At least 10 years of experience in a safety-focused industry such as aerospace, nuclear, or power generation, with experience in structural design.
- Experience with metal mechanical characterization testing of conventional and/or process-intensive materials or joining systems used in structural analysis.
- Subject matter expert-level proficiency in at least two of the following: Fatigue, Fracture Mechanics, Fatigue Crack Growth, Mechanical Testing, or Metal Additive Manufacturing.
- Strong technical writing and presentation skills.
- Strong written and oral communication skills.
- Knowledge of aerospace regulatory requirements.
- Ability to travel approximately 10% of the time.
- Authorization to work in the United States; employment visa sponsorship or transfer is not available.
Nice To Haves
- Aerospace experience working for a government regulator (FAA, DOD, DOE, or NASA), or in commercial, defense, material production, or space industries at any level of the supply chain.
- At least 10 years of experience using MMPDS in a stress analysis or mechanical properties characterization role.
- Experience with non-metal mechanical characterization testing according to CMH-17.
- Experience working with government clients such as FAA, DOD, or NASA.
- Knowledge of at least two of the following: Acceptance Testing, Damage Tolerant Design, Friction Stir Welding, or Statistical Analysis.
Responsibilities
- Analyze and interpret metal mechanical properties data according to MMPDS guidelines for inclusion in the MMPDS Handbook.
- Write, review, and present MMPDS Agenda Items at bi-annual General Coordination Committee meetings.
- Perform complex assignments with minimal oversight, analyzing material data submitted to the MMPDS program.
- Analyze and interpret non-metal mechanical properties data according to CMH-17 guidelines.
- Support client projects by generating mechanical properties data to meet industry-specific needs.
- Build and maintain relationships with internal and external clients, and present research results at relevant technical conferences.
- Participate in scientific conferences, peer review panels, and industry committee meetings to increase company visibility.
- Support proposal and business development efforts led by others.
- Contribute to internal research and development (IR&D) studies.
- Assist with the coordination of and participate in Battelle-sponsored conferences.
- Oversee, mentor, and train junior staff.
Benefits
- Compressed work schedule, with most team members receiving every other Friday off.
- Work flexibility, including a hybrid arrangement under the Together with Flexibility model, dependent on team and position needs.
- Paid time off.
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage with wellness incentives and benefits.
- Optional supplemental benefits.
- Coverage and support for partners, gender-affirming care, health support, and family formation.
- 401(k) retirement savings plan, with Battelle contributing 5% for most employees regardless of employee contributions and matching employee contributions.
- Tuition assistance for higher education.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
